Vintage '70s-'80s Izod Lacoste V-Neck Sweater | Iconic Green Crocodile Logo | Made in USA | Fundraiser for Sustainable Fashion Education Pro

The Preppy Icon
Step into the peak of American heritage style with this authentic Izod Lacoste V-neck. This navy blue sweater is a definitive artifact of the "Official Preppy Handbook" era, combining French athletic prestige with classic American manufacturing.

Brand: Izod Lacoste (Verified Collaboration Era)
Era: Late 1970s – Early 1980s
Material: 100% Orlon Acrylic (Durable, colorfast heritage knit)
Origin: Made in the USA
Design: High-V neckline with signature green Crocodile chest patch
Approx. measurements:
38 inches chest line
32 inches waistline flat without stretching it
14 inches side seam

The Date & Quality Guarantee
We guarantee this garment is an authentic vintage piece from the 1972–1993 manufacturing window. Its "Made in USA" designation and post-1972 care label confirm its status as a high-quality heritage item produced during the brand's most culturally significant period.

The Circular Fashion Story
Vintage Orlon acrylic is a marvel of durability. Unlike modern fast-fashion sweaters that pill and lose shape, this 40-year-old piece has retained its deep navy saturation and crisp structure. By purchasing this sweater, you are preserving a chapter of American textile history and keeping superior craftsmanship in circulation.

Why Buy From Talking Fashion?

Every purchase supports sustainable fashion education for youth through Columbus Fashion Academy.

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